2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
